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Midwifery Care in DFW providing Birth Center births in Old East Dallas minutes from Baylor University Medical Center downtown and Home Births throughout the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex

09/27/2025

💖 Getting ready to welcome a new baby? Don’t forget to prepare your big sibling too! Here are some ways to help them feel included and loved:

👶 Before baby arrives
✨ Talk about the baby in simple terms
✨ Read “big sibling” books together
✨ Let them help pick baby clothes or toys
✨ Practice with a doll or stuffed animal
✨ Remind them they’re still special 💕

👶 When baby arrives
✨ Greet your older child first before introducing baby
✨ Give them a “big sibling gift” 🎁
✨ Let them help with little tasks (like bringing a diaper)

👶 Ongoing support
✨ Carve out one-on-one time
✨ Acknowledge their feelings
✨ Celebrate their role as big brother/sister 🌟

Remember: A little preparation goes a long way in making your older child feel secure and excited about the new addition. 💫

09/26/2025

🤰 Wondering if it’s the real deal? Here’s how to tell if you might be in labor:

✨ Early signs of labor:
Regular contractions that get stronger & closer together
Back pain or cramping
“Bloody show” (mucus plug coming out)
Water breaking

⚡ False labor (Braxton Hicks):
Contractions are irregular
They stop with rest, movement, or water
Usually felt only in the front of the belly

📞 Call your provider if:
Contractions are 5 min apart, lasting 1 min, for at least 1 hour
Your water breaks (especially if green, brown, or foul-smelling)
You have heavy bleeding
You notice decreased baby movement
Every pregnancy is unique — trust your instincts and reach out to your provider if you’re unsure. 💕

09/20/2025

🍼 Why Time Contractions?
Timing contractions helps you figure out whether you’re in early labor, active labor, or if it’s time to head to the hospital/birth center.

⏱ How to Time Contractions
Start the timer when a contraction begins (when your belly tightens).
Stop the timer when the contraction ends (when the tightening and pain fade).
→ This is the length of the contraction.
Start again when the next contraction begins.
→ The time from the start of one contraction to the start of the next is the frequency.
Keep track for at least 30–60 minutes to see a pattern.

🧭 General Rule (the 5-1-1 Rule)
Many providers use this as a guide for when to call or go in:
5 minutes apart
Lasting 1 minute each
Consistent for at least 1 hour
(Always follow your provider’s instructions, especially if you’ve had a prior C-section, complications, or are high-risk.)

✅ Tip: You can use a notes app, stopwatch, or a contraction-timing app to make tracking easier.

09/19/2025

✨ There’s a big difference between a provider who is simply “VBAC tolerant” and one who is truly “VBAC supportive.✨

🔍 Signs Your Provider is VBAC Supportive
✅ They bring up VBAC as an option without you asking
✅ They know their hospital’s VBAC policies and statistics (success rates, anesthesia, continuous monitoring, etc.)
✅ They talk about benefits of VBAC (shorter recovery, fewer complications in future pregnancies) — not just risks
✅ They allow spontaneous labor instead of pushing for induction or repeat cesarean at 39 weeks
✅ They use empowering language (“I support your choice” vs. “We’ll let you try”)
✅ They collaborate on a plan and answer questions openly

🚩 Red Flags (VBAC tolerant, not supportive)
❌ “We can try, but if labor doesn’t go quickly, it’s a C-section.”
❌ Strongly discourages VBAC without reviewing your specific history
❌ Doesn’t mention hospital policy, or says things like “we’ll just see what happens”
❌ Pushes induction early or schedules a repeat C-section “just in case”
❌ Uses fear-based language (e.g., “your uterus could rupture any second”)

🗣 Questions to Ask Your Provider
What’s your VBAC success rate?
What’s your hospital’s VBAC policy?
Do you support spontaneous labor, or do you set a deadline for C-section?
What’s your approach to induction for VBAC?
How do you handle emergencies like uterine rupture?
Will I have continuous support from the team during labor?

👉 Bottom line: A VBAC-supportive provider sees VBAC as safe and achievable, works with you, and uses encouraging language. A VBAC-tolerant provider may “allow” it but sets unnecessary limits.

09/13/2025

✨ Planned C-Section Hospital Bag Checklist ✨
Save this post so you don’t forget a thing! 👜👶
👗 For You
Loose, high-waisted underwear
Comfy, high-rise pants or gowns
Nursing bras/tanks
Robe + slippers
Socks
🛁 Toiletries
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Lip balm & lotion
Dry shampoo / hair ties
Face wash & moisturizer
Shower supplies
🌟 Comfort & Recovery
Long phone charger 📱
Nursing pillow 🤱
Abdominal binder
Snacks + water bottle
Pillow from home
👶 For Baby
2–3 outfits (NB + 0–3M)
Swaddle/blanket
Mittens, hat, socks
Car seat 🚗
👫 For Your Support Person
Change of clothes
Snacks/drinks
Pillow/blanket
Toiletries
💡 Tip: Pack in a rolling bag—you’ll thank yourself later!
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📌 Save this + share with an expecting mama 💕

09/12/2025

Questions to Ask in a Doula Interview 🤱✨

Background & Training
1. What training and certifications do you have?
2. How long have you been practicing as a doula?
3. How many births have you attended?

Philosophy & Approach
4. How would you describe your birth philosophy?
5. How do you support clients who want different birth plans than your personal preferences?
6. How do you handle unexpected changes during labor?

Services & Availability
7. What does your prenatal, birth, and postpartum support include?
8. How many prenatal visits do you offer?
9. Are you available by phone/text during pregnancy?
10. How many clients do you take per month?
11. Do you have a backup doula, and can I meet them?

During Labor
12. What comfort measures do you use during birth?
13. How do you work alongside partners and medical staff?
14. How do you support clients in a hospital setting vs. home birth?

Postpartum Support
15. Do you provide breastfeeding or newborn care guidance?
16. How long do you stay after birth?
17. Do you offer postpartum visits?

Logistics & Cost
18. What are your fees, and what’s included?
19. Do you offer payment plans or sliding scale rates?
20. What’s your cancellation/refund policy?

Personality & Fit
21. How would you describe your style—calm, hands-on, quiet, encouraging?
22. Can you share references from recent clients?

09/06/2025

How to Love Your Postpartum Body 🌸💪

1. Honor What It’s Been Through
Your body just completed a marathon of growing, birthing, and now nourishing a baby.
Stretch marks, softness, and scars are proof of that journey—not flaws.

2. Dress for the You Right Now
Wear clothes that fit your current body, not the “before” body.
Comfortable, well-fitting clothes can boost your mood and confidence instantly.

3. Move to Feel Good, Not “Bounce Back”
Gentle walks, postpartum yoga, or light strength work (when cleared) can help you feel connected to yourself.
Think “rebuild” not “repair.”

4. Speak Kindly & Often
Replace “I hate my…” with “Thank you for…” (e.g., “Thank you legs for carrying me through long nights.”)
Self-talk matters more than you think.

5. Nourish Without Guilt
Eat balanced meals that give you energy.
You’re fueling recovery, not dieting.

6. Capture the Real Moments
Take photos with your baby, even if you’re not “feeling it.”
Your child will treasure them—and you’ll see your beauty in hindsight.

7. Build Your Circle
Surround yourself with voices that normalize postpartum bodies.
Unfollow accounts that make you feel “less than.”

💗 Truth: Your postpartum body is not “ruined.” It’s evolving—just like you.

09/05/2025

How to Love Your Pregnant Body 💗🤰

1. Focus on What Your Body Does
Shift the spotlight from appearance to function: growing a whole human is incredible work.
Celebrate milestones—hearing that heartbeat, feeling kicks, making it to each trimester.

2. Dress for Comfort and Confidence
Find maternity clothes that make you feel good, not just “make do.”
Flowy dresses, stretchy leggings, and supportive bras can help you feel put together without sacrificing comfort.

3. Practice Gentle Movement
Prenatal yoga, walking, or swimming can boost energy, mood, and connection with your body.
Movement helps you feel capable, not just “big.”

4. Speak Kindly to Yourself
Swap “I look huge” for “My body is strong and capable.”
If you wouldn’t say it to a friend, don’t say it to yourself.

5. Document the Journey
Take bump photos (even if just for yourself).
Journaling or voice notes can help you remember the emotional milestones along with the physical ones.

6. Surround Yourself with Support
Follow body-positive pregnancy accounts.
Spend time with people who lift you up, not nitpick your size or shape.

7. Rest Without Guilt
Growing a human is full-time work—you don’t need to “earn” rest.

🌿 Remember: Your pregnant body is temporary, but the love and respect you cultivate for it can last a lifetime.

08/30/2025

How Will You Know if Your Water Breaks? 💧🤰

Your “water” is the amniotic sac breaking—releasing fluid that’s been cushioning your baby. It can happen before labor starts or during labor.

What It Might Feel Like:
- A gush: Sudden, warm fluid that you can’t stop (like you peed yourself but… you didn’t).
- A trickle: Slow leak that keeps coming, especially when you move or stand up.
- A pop + flow: Some people feel/hear a “pop” followed by fluid.

What to Look For:
- Fluid is usually clear or pale yellow, may be odorless or slightly sweet.
- Continues to leak—unlike urine, you can’t “hold it in.”
- May be tinged with a little blood or mucus (“bloody show”), which can be normal in labor.

When to Call Your Provider Right Away: 🚨
- Fluid is green, brown, or has a foul smell (could mean baby passed meconium).
- You have a fever or notice decreased baby movement.
- You’re preterm (

08/29/2025

A Webster Certified Chiropractor is trained in a specific prenatal chiropractic technique—the Webster Technique—that focuses on the pelvis, sacrum, and surrounding soft tissues during pregnancy. Here’s how they can help:

1. Pelvic Alignment
Helps keep the pelvis balanced, which can reduce tension in the uterus and supporting ligaments.
A balanced pelvis gives the baby more space to move into an optimal position for birth.

2. Comfort & Pain Relief
Can ease common pregnancy discomforts like low back pain, hip pain, and sciatica.
May reduce pressure on the pelvic floor and improve mobility.

3. Better Function for Mom & Baby
Optimizing pelvic alignment supports the nervous system, which can improve muscle function and coordination during pregnancy.
May help with mobility and posture as your center of gravity shifts.

4. Support for Labor & Delivery
Some research suggests pelvic balance may lead to easier, shorter labors and reduce the likelihood of interventions.

5. Baby’s Positioning
While it doesn’t “turn” babies, pelvic balance may remove physical restrictions that could make it easier for a breech or posterior baby to move head-down on their own.

✅ Safety:
Gentle, non-invasive, and typically well-tolerated.
Webster-certified chiropractors receive special training to work safely with pregnant women at all stages.

08/23/2025

Healing from a Vaginal Tear After Delivery — Tips & Tricks 🌸
1. Keep It Clean (but Gentle)
Use a peri bottle (sq**rt bottle) with warm water every time you use the bathroom.
Pat dry—don’t wipe.
2. Soothe with Cold or Warmth
Cold packs or chilled witch hazel pads help reduce swelling in the first 24–48 hours.
Warm sitz baths (short soaks in shallow warm water) can bring relief and help healing after the first day or two.
3. Manage Discomfort
Over-the-counter pain relief is often safe—confirm with your provider.
Pillow or donut cushion when sitting to take pressure off the perineum.
4. Support Healing from the Inside
Stay hydrated and eat fiber-rich foods to avoid constipation.
Use a stool softener if recommended—straining can stress stitches.
5. Watch for Signs of Trouble 🚨
Increasing pain, redness, swelling, foul odor, or fever—call your healthcare provider.
Heavy bleeding or pus also needs immediate attention.
6. Be Patient with Intimacy & Exercise
Wait until your provider gives the green light (often 4–6 weeks).
Start with gentle pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) if approved, to improve circulation and muscle tone.

💗 Remember: Every body heals differently—go slow, ask for help, and prioritize rest.

08/22/2025

👶 Newborn Hearing Test: What to Expect in the Hospital 🩺🎧
Before you and baby head home, the hospital will check your little one’s hearing—it’s quick, gentle, and painless!
💡 Why?
Early detection = the best start for speech and language.
🔍 How it’s done:
OAE: tiny ear tip plays soft clicks, measures inner ear response.
AABR: soft earphones + little stickers on baby’s head, checks nerve & brain response.
Both take just a few minutes—most babies snooze right through! 💤
📋 Results:
“Pass” ✅ = all good
“Refer” 🔄 = needs a retest (often just due to fluid or movement)
✨ Tip: Have baby fed, changed, and sleepy for smooth testing.
💬 If you get a “refer,” don’t panic—many babies pass the follow-up!

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4612 Gaston Avenue
Dallas, TX
75246

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Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm

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http://www.dfwcommunitybirths.com/

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